Lungfish

Lungfish is an American post-hardcore band hailing from Baltimore, Maryland, known for its intense, meditative music and philosophical lyrics. The band was formed in 1987 by Daniel Higgs (vocals), Asa Osborne (guitar), Sean Meadows (bass), and Mitchell Feldstein (drums). With a deep-rooted presence in the post-hardcore scene, Lungfish carved out a unique niche with their hypnotic and repetitive guitar riffs, ritualistic drums, and Higgs’ profound, almost prophetic voice. Over the years, the band's lineup saw some changes with Nathan Bell replacing Sean Meadows on bass, while the core of the band's creative direction remained intact.

Throughout their active years, Lungfish released albums that achieved cult status among fans of the underground music scene, with boundary-pushing records like "Talking Songs for Walking / Necklace of Heads," and "Rainbows From Atoms." The band's association with Dischord Records, the seminal independent label co-founded by Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson of Minor Threat, helped cement their legacy as pillars of the DIY ethos. Each subsequent release, including the likes of "Indivisible," "Artificial Horizon," and "Necrophones," further showcased the band's evolution while maintaining their distinctive sound—a fusion of surreal poetry and trance-inducing melodies. Even after going on an indefinite hiatus following their 2005 release, "Feral Hymns," Lungfish's impact on the post-hardcore landscape continues to resonate, with their work influencing a myriad of artists in the punk and indie genres seeking a spiritual and introspective edge to their music.